Nitoseal 290*

Flexible polyester loop and lighting sealant

Uses

For sealing horizontal cable slots in concrete and asphalt

pavements associated with :
n Road traffic signals and inductance loops
n Airport runway lighting
n Automatic barriers or gates

Typical examples of sealant width/depth ratios (moving

joints only)
Groove width (mm)
Sealant depth (mm)
6 - 10
10 minimum
10 - 20
As width
20 plus
20 maximum
In all cases the sealant should be finished flush with the
pavement surface.

Advantages

n Excellent adhesion to concrete, asphalt and steel

Properties

n No primer required in dry or damp conditions

The following results were obtained at a temperature of 20C

unless otherwise specified.

n Good resistance to chemicals, de-icing salts and

hydrocarbons
n Slightly flexible to accommodate limited movement
n Fast cure at 20C and above minimises traffic disruption
n Can be applied at low temperatures, cures below freezing
n Available in black for use on asphalt and grey for use on
concrete
Description

Nitoseal 290 two-component flexibilised polyester based

sealant cures to form a tough resilient seal with a limited degree
of movement. The material is self levelling and can be poured
or gunned directly into horizontal slots.
Nitoseal 290 will adhere to both concrete and asphalt surfaces
that have been well prepared whether dry or damp.
Design criteria

In the case of sawn cable grooves with no movement the

cable should be totally sealed and encapsulated within the
Nitoseal 290 to the top of the groove.
Where movement is anticipated in the sawn joint, cables
should be laid free at the base of the saw cut. An oversized
closed-cell foamed polyethylene cord should be located above
the cables acting as a bond breaker and gasket with the upper
joint then sealed using Nitoseal 290.

Nitoseal 290

The same details should apply to movement joints around

airfield lights using an oversized closed-cell foamed
polyethylene cord as a bond breaker and gasket with the upper
joint then sealed using Nitoseal 290.

Specific gravity
Pot life

:
:

Initial cure

Shore A hardness
Compressive strength
(BS 6319 Part 2)
Flexural strength
(BS 6319 Part 3)
Linear shrinkage
(ASTM C531.74)
Water absorption
(ASTM C413)
Electrical properties
DC insulation resistance
(2500 volts)
Dielectric strength
step by step (ASTM D149)
Chemical resistance
Salt water, Saturated urea
Petrol & Aviation fuel

1.8
20 mins at 35C
45 mins at 20C
30 mins at 35C
60 mins at 20C
90 @ 7 days

17 N/mm2 @ 7 days

12 N/mm2 @ 7 days

0.5%

0.15%

>2.5x109 Ohms

12.5kV/mm

Excellent

Weathering properties
QUV Weatherometer
1000 hours (ASTM G53.77):

Slight discolouration

Instructions for use

Application

Joint preparation

Groove sealing

Concrete and asphalt

Following thorough mixing, pour the Nitoseal 290 directly into

the prepared groove using a spouted container, watering can
or other suitable means. It may be practical and convenient
to fill narrow grooves using a Fosroc G gun fitted with a
plastic nozzle, which if necessary can be cut to size to suit
the joint width.

After cutting the required groove, all laitance or slurry from

the water lubricated saw blade must be completely blown
out whilst wet using oil-free compressed air. Flush grooves
with clean water prior to blowing if required. It is not necessary
to completely dry the groove.
Any slurry that has been allowed to dry, or powdered dust
from dry cutting operations should be power wire brushed or
abrasive blasted from the groove, followed by blowing with
oil-free compressed air.
This also applies to concrete or asphalt faces around lighting
units that have been formed previously using a water
lubricated diamond coring tool.
Steel

Cleaning
Uncured Nitoseal 290 can be cleaned using Fosroc Solvent
102. Cured Nitoseal 290 can only be removed by mechanical
means.
Any spillages of Nitoseal 290 should be absorbed immediately
onto sand, sawdust or other suitable absorbent materials.
Disposal should be in accordance with local regulations.
Limitations

If bare metal, the joint faces around lighting units or posts

should be abrasive blasted to remove all traces of corrosion.
If aluminium, alloy or coated metals are to be sealed, the
surfaces should be degreased using Fosroc Solvent 102* and
allowed to dry for 5 minutes before sealing.
The correct width/depth profile may be achieved by the
installation of a foam backing cord. Alternatively, sand may
be used to encapsulate loop wire whilst acting as a bond
breaker for the joint sealant.
To obtain neat straight edged seals, masking tape should be
applied to both edges of the joint prior to sealing, the masking
tape should be removed immediately following the completion
of the works.

- Applications should not commence if the temperature of

the substrate is below 5C.
- Service temperature range of Nitoseal 290 is from - 30C
up to + 80C.
Technical support

Fosroc offers a comprehensive range of high performance,

high quality repair, maintenance and construction products.
In addition, Fosroc offers a technical support package to
specifiers, end-users and contractors, as well as on-site
technical assistance in locations all over the world.

Mixing
The two components of Nitoseal 290 are supplied in the
correct proportions for mixing. Pour the entire contents of
the liquid resin into a suitable mixing vessel and then slowly
add the powder component whilst mixing with a slow speed
drill (300 to 500 rpm) fitted with a Fosroc Sealant Mixing Paddle
(MR2). Thoroughly mix the components for not less than three
minutes ensuring a homogeneous consistent mix.

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Typical Joint Details

Storage

Shelf life
12 months if stored in the original unopened containers in a
cool dry place at ambient temperatures below 25C. Do not
store in direct sunlight.
Precautions

Health and safety

Some people are sensitive to resins, hardeners and solvents.
Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face
protection. Barrier creams such as Kerodex Antisolvent or
Rozalex Antipaint provide additional skin protection.
Should accidental skin contact occur, remove immediately
with a resin removing cream such as Kerocleanse Standard
Grade Skin Cleanser or Rozaklens Industrial Skin Cleanser,
followed by washing with soap and water. Do not use solvent.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
clean water and seek medical advice.
If swallowed, seek medical attention immediately - do not
induce vomiting.
Fire
Nitoseal 290 and Fosroc Solvent 102 are flammable. Keep
away from sources of ignition. No smoking. In the event of
fire extinguish with CO2 or foam. Do not use a water jet.
Flash points
Nitoseal 290
Solvent 102

:
:

28C
33C

For further information, refer to the Product Material Safety

Data Sheet.

Estimating

Supply
Nitoseal 290
Fosroc Solvent 102

:
:

10 litre packs
5 litre cans

Guide to sealant quantities

Number of litres required =
Joint width (mm) x groove depth (mm) x groove length (m)
1000
Adjustment should be made where necessary for the volume
of rhe cable. A further amount should be allowed for possible
wastage.
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Additional Information

Fosroc manufactures a wide range of complementary

products which include :
n waterproofing membranes & waterstops
n joint sealants & filler boards
n cementitious & epoxy grouts
n specialised flooring materials
Fosroc additionally offers a comprehensive package of
products specifically designed for the repair and refurbishment
of damaged concrete. Fosrocs Systematic Approach to
concrete repair features the following :
n hand-placed repair mortars
n spray grade repair mortars
n fluid micro-concretes
n chemically resistant epoxy mortars
n anti-carbonation/anti-chloride protective coatings
n chemical and abrasion resistant coatings
For further information on any of the above, please consult
your local Fosroc office - as below.

* Denotes the trademark of Fosroc International Limited

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Important note
Fosroc products are guaranteed against defective materials and manufacture and are sold subject to its standard terms and conditions of sale, copies of
which may be obtained on request. Whilst Fosroc endeavours to ensure that the technical information on this data sheet is correct at the time of printing,
it is the customers responsibility to satisfy himself, by checking with the company that this information is still current at the time of use, that the product is
suitable for the intended application, and that the actual conditions of use are in accordance with those recommended. Because Fosroc has no control over
the conditions of use of its products, all recommendations or suggestions regarding the use of these products are made without guarantee.

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